On Monday, April 19 on Season 20 of The Voice Knockout Rounds, McDonough resident Corey Ward went head-to-head with teammate Ryleigh Modig. Corey sang “Already Gone,” and Ryleigh sang, “Use Somebody.” Corey was able to beat Ryleigh and Kelly named him the winner of the knockout. 

Corey was inspired to pursue music by his father, who was a drummer. He began playing drums as a child, and later learned to sing and play the guitar. Chasing his passion for music, Corey brought his talents to “The Voice” last season. Unfortunately, the chairs didn’t turn and even worse, his mother was rushed to the hospital that same day due to complications from her battle with cancer. While his mother is still receiving treatment and his father is also recovering from a triple heart attack, Corey has learned not to take second chances for granted. Corey returns to “The Voice” this season hoping to make his parents proud.

You can check out the knockout here: https://youtu.be/p-b7q9_EVFE